Thorn Clarke - Mount Crawford
Eden Valley (Australia)

The Estate
 The winery owners are David and Cheryl Clarke (born Thorn) and their son Sam is the manager of the winery. The Thorn-Clarke family has a long history in the Barossa - six generations of involvement in the region's world famous wine industry. The Thorns have been grape growers in the Barossa since the 1870's. David Clarke's passion for the wine industry lead to the planting of the Kabininge vineyard outside of Tanunda in 1987, which represents the start of a deeper involvement by the family in the Barossa wine industry. 


The Thorn-Clarke family
Ron Thorn, Cheryl Clarke (born Thorn), Sam Clarke, Brian Clarke and David Clarke.
The Vineyards
 Eden Valley is one of Australia's oldest and most respected white wine regions, and within the Eden Valley the Mount Crawford block is recognized for its particularly cold climate. The cooler conditions of this sub-region, combined with nutrient-poor residual soils and a northern aspect, create an environment ideal for growing white grape varieties. Vines are restricted from growing too vigorously or ripening too quickly ensuring the grapes develop wonderful flavor and character.
The Wines
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2010 Thorn-Clarke, Mt Crawford, Chardonnay 12/750ml
This Chardonnay is a fine example of Mount Crawford climate, soil and aspect combining to display great varietal characters. The light green color has a vibrancy that is characteristic of the wine. Peach and tropical fruit flavors are complemented by a creamy texture from lees contact and a small amount of exposure to French oak. This also gives the wine a rich, long but clean finish. The winemaker recommends trying this wine with chicken teppanyaki.

National Retail Price: $14.99 / bottle


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2011 Thorn-Clarke, Mt Crawford, Pinot Gris 12/750ml
This Pinot Gris is a fine example of Mount Crawford climate, soil and aspect combining to display superb varietal characters and depth of flavor. The most predominant are pears and lime juice which linger on the clean and refreshing finish. The winemaker recommends enjoying this with spicy prawn, basil and bok choy stir fry.

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UPC code: 8 53065 00055 9
2010 Thorn-Clarke, Mt Crawford, Pinot Gris 12/750ml
 This Pinot Gris is a fine example of Mount Crawford climate, soil and aspect combining to display superb varietal characters and depth of flavor. The most predominant are pears and lime juice which linger on the clean and refreshing finish. The winemaker recommends enjoying this with spicy prawn, basil and bok choy stir fry.

National Retail Price: $14.99 / bottle

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2011 Thorn-Clarke, Mt Crawford, Riesling 12/750ml
This Riesling is a fine example of Mount Crawford climate, soil and aspect combining to display a varietal bouquet of spicy floral characters. With fresh, crisp citrus notes and a long finish on the palate, this wine can be enjoyed with a vast array of foods. The winemaker recommends enjoying this with spicy tandoori chicken.


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UPC code: 8 53065 00054 2
2010 Thorn-Clarke, Mt Crawford, Riesling 12/750ml
 This Riesling is a fine example of Mount Crawford climate, soil and aspect combining to display a varietal bouquet of spicy floral characters. With fresh, crisp citrus notes and a long finish on the palate, this wine can be enjoyed with a vast array of foods. The winemaker recommends enjoying this with spicy tandoori chicken.
National Retail Price: $14.99 / bottle